Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Species:
calcicola
ID:
139378

Status:
valid

Authors:
Paul G.Wilson

Source:
gcc

Year:
1992

Citation Micro:
Nuytsia 8(3) 1992

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000138707



Common Names

  • Anemocarpa calcicola
  • Calcicola Anemocarpa
  • Anemocarpa


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Description

Anemocarpa calcicola (also called Calcareous Anemocarpa, among many other common names) is an annual herb native to the Mediterranean region. It has yellow flowers and grows in rocky areas and grasslands at elevations of up to 1,500 meters.

Uses & Benefits

Anemocarpa calcicola is used in landscaping and as an ornamental plant due to its attractive foliage and flowers. It is also used to attract pollinators and beneficial insects to gardens.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Anemocarpa calcicola is a small, yellow-green flower with five petals. The seeds of this plant are small, black, and oval-shaped. The seedlings of Anemocarpa calcicola are small, with thin stems and small, bright green leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Anemocarpa calcicola is a perennial herbaceous plant that is native to the Mediterranean region. It is best propagated by seed, which should be sown in spring in a well-drained soil. The plants should be grown in full sun and watered regularly. Fertilizer should be applied every few weeks. Pruning should be done in late summer to encourage new growth.

Where to Find Anemocarpa calcicola

Anemocarpa calcicola is found in the southwestern United States, primarily in Arizona, New Mexico, and Texas.

Anemocarpa calcicola FAQ

What is the scientific name of Anemocarpa calcicola?

Anemocarpa calcicola

What is the common name of Anemocarpa calcicola?

Calcicola Anemocarpa

What is the natural habitat of Anemocarpa calcicola?

Grasslands, scrub, and rocky slopes

Species in the Asteraceae family

Aaronsohnia pubescens, Aaronsohnia factorovskyi, Abrotanella filiformis, Abrotanella rostrata, Abrotanella linearis, Abrotanella trilobata, Abrotanella muscosa, Abrotanella inconspicua, Abrotanella trichoachaenia, Abrotanella caespitosa, Abrotanella nivigena, Abrotanella pusilla, Abrotanella linearifolia, Abrotanella papuana, Abrotanella rosulata, Abrotanella emarginata, Abrotanella fertilis, Abrotanella spathulata, Abrotanella purpurea, Abrotanella patearoa, Abrotanella submarginata, Abrotanella diemii, Abrotanella scapigera, Abrotanella forsterioides, Acamptopappus shockleyi, Acamptopappus sphaerocephalus, Acanthocephalus benthamianus, Acanthocephalus amplexifolius, Acanthocladium dockeri, Acanthodesmos distichus, Acanthodesmos gibarensis, Acanthospermum humile, Acanthospermum consobrinum, Acanthospermum glabratum, Acanthospermum microcarpum, Acanthospermum hispidum, Acanthospermum australe, Acanthospermum lecocarpoides, Acanthostyles buniifolius, Acanthostyles saucechicoensis, Achillea buiana, Achillea conrathii, Achillea cucullata, Achillea styriaca, Achillea clavennae, Achillea cappadocica, Achillea huber-morathii, Achillea ptarmicoides, Achillea sieheana, Achillea barrelieri,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record gcc-99338: Based on the initial data import
Paul Graham Wilson (b.1928): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Paul G.Wilson' in the authors string.